# BABOR skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/babor

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Germany.

BABOR is a German skincare brand founded in 1956 and owned by BABOR BEAUTY GROUP since 1962.

[en.babor-beauty-group.com](https://en.babor-beauty-group.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/03/BABOR-BEAUTY-GROUP_Overview-_-eng2026-1.pdf) [de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babor) [us.babor.com](https://us.babor.com/393/service/babor/about/about-babor)

BABOR is deeply loved for its refined exfoliants and rich moisturizers, offering thoughtful formulas that elevate daily routines. Its products suit dry, normal, and combination skin best, owing to their gentle yet effective nature. For specific concerns, the standout products are the Enzyme Cleanser for acne-prone skin and the Hydra Plus for skin with dark spots. Through consistent care, the brand brings a sense of calm and balance to the complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular BABOR products; for the whole BABOR range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pga0ef57e4bb).

### Other BABOR products

#### Other products

- [Hydra Plus](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/babor/hydra-plus/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Enzyme Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/babor/enzyme-cleanser/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [€16.15 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0BPSJ3LT4?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## Questions and answers

### Is BABOR worth it?

Yes, BABOR is worth considering because Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The BABOR products on this page help keep skin smooth and hydrated, with options starting at €16.15.

### What are BABOR's best products?

BABOR features Enzyme Cleanser and Hydra Plus as its main products on this page. Lovi rates Enzyme Cleanser as Superior for all listed skin types, and Hydra Plus as Superior for dry sensitive skin while remaining High for dry skin.

### Which BABOR moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Hydra Plus is the best BABOR moisturizer for dry skin, which Lovi rates High for that skin type.

### Does BABOR cause breakouts?

BABOR is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates the BABOR-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The Enzyme Cleanser is rated Superior for acne-prone skin, helping keep pores clear.

### Is BABOR fragrance-free?

No, because the BABOR products on this page include fragrance, except for one out of the two items listed.

### What are the key ingredients in BABOR products?

BABOR products feature active ingredients such as [sodium hyaluronate](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid), [ascorbic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c), [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/glycerin), and lipase that help improve hydration, smooth skin texture, and brighten tone. Lovi rates the BABOR-focused routine Superior for dry skin.

[Dermatologic Therapy, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/)

### How do I build a BABOR skincare routine?

To build a BABOR skincare routine, start by cleansing the skin with Enzyme Cleanser and follow with Hydra Plus as a moisturizer. Lovi rates the BABOR-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

[Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Where can I buy BABOR, and how much does it cost?

BABOR products on this page are available at stores in Germany, with prices starting at €16.15.

### What are good alternatives to BABOR?

Good alternatives to BABOR include Eucerin, NIVEA, Bayer, Augustinus Bader, Yepoda, and Dr. Barbara Sturm, which also have dedicated pages on Lovi.

### BABOR vs Eucerin: which is better?

BABOR is better suited for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the BABOR-focused routine Superior for all these skin types.

### Who owns BABOR, and where is it from?

BABOR is a German brand founded in 1956, owned by BABOR BEAUTY GROUP since 1962.

[en.babor-beauty-group.com](https://en.babor-beauty-group.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/03/BABOR-BEAUTY-GROUP_Overview-_-eng2026-1.pdf) [de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babor) [us.babor.com](https://us.babor.com/393/service/babor/about/about-babor)

### Is BABOR cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list BABOR as cruelty-free.

## Research behind BABOR's key ingredients

- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Bacterial cellulose membranes as drug delivery systems: an in vivo skin compatibility study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23973717/) Cellulose · European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014
- [Vitamin C mesotherapy versus topical application for gingival hyperpigmentation: a clinical and histopathological study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33966113/) Ascorbic acid · Clinical Oral Investigations, 2021
- [Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Borage Oil Treated with Immobilized Lipase Inhibits Melanogenesis](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33128473/) Lipase · Lipids, 2020
- [Glycerol crosslinked vitamin E loaded xanthan gum and gellan gum nanoemulgels for topical management of dry skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41224059/) Xanthan gum · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025
- [A novel facial moisturizer containing Saccharide isomerate accelerates skin barrier restoration following intense pulsed light treatment: a randomized split-face study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41211697/) Saccharide isomerate · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2025
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Saccharide isomerate · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
- [Saccharide isomerate ameliorates cosmetic scalp conditions in a Chinese study population](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35279940/) Saccharide isomerate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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